Iowa State University vs University of Iowa vs University of Northern Iowa
This page compares Iowa State University, University of Iowa, and University of Northern Iowa — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in Iowa. Iowa State University has the largest enrollment (25,367). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at University of Iowa ($64,762). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | Iowa State University | University of Iowa | University of Northern Iowa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Public |
| In-state tuition | $10,787 | $11,283 | $9,936 |
| Average net price | $18,589 | $22,531 | $15,901 |
| Median student debt | $22,869 | $22,500 | $19,691 |
| Enrollment | 25,367 | 22,264 | 7,529 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 75.3% | 74.6% | 67.9% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $53,873 | $52,696 | $47,222 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $63,386 | $64,762 | $55,177 |
| Admission rate | 88.7% | 83.6% | 92.7% |
| Average SAT score | 1,204 | 1,200 | 1,122 |